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Arctic Silver 5 vs Segotep GPE-01: Comparison
Arctic Silver 5 and Segotep GPE-01 separate most on thermal conductivity: Arctic Silver 5 at 8.9 W/mK, Segotep GPE-01 at 130 W/mK, 93% in favour of Segotep GPE-01.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Compound Type | Metal-Based | Graphene Pad |
| Brand | Arctic Silver | Segotep |
| Model | Arctic Silver 5 | Segotep GPE-01 |
| Thermal Conductivity | 8.9 W/mK-93% | 130 W/mK |
| Electrical Conductivity | Insulating | Conductive |
| Package Size | 3.5g syringe (also 12g) | Socket-specific die-sized pad, sold in separate AM5 and Intel-socket variants |
| Recommended Use | Mainstream CPU/GPU, High-end CPU/GPU | High-end CPU/GPU |
| Reapplication Interval | Periodic reapplication recommended due to curing/drying behavior | Reusable, cut-to-size solid pad |
| Safety Notes | Requires ~200-hour burn-in period to reach rated performance | Electrically conductive, keep clear of exposed board components |
| Paste Segment | Standard Paste | Pad |